Macworld It might seem like every year the next big iPhone update is just a year away, but a new rumor claims that this time it might actually be true. A new report from The Information (subscription required) says that Apple is working on a new version of the iPhone for 2025 that will be sold as a higher-end version above Pro Max model. However, this new iPhone wont simply be a larger version of the Pro Max. In fact, it might not be a Pro model at all. The Information reports that the new iPhon

Macworld Wondering which versions of macOS your Mac can run? Weve put together a macOS compatibility checker that will show you what Macs the different versions of macOS and Mac OS X support, so you can tell what version you should be running on your Mac. What Mac operating systems can my Mac run? Apple releases a new version of the Mac operating system almost every yearbut the new version of the Mac operating system will not support every Mac. Each year more and more Macs fall off the compatibi

Macworld One of the reasons why customers opt for Apples iPhone Pro Max is because of the larger battery. The current iPhone 15 Pro Max offers up to 29 hours of video playback and that might improve with the upcoming iPhone 16 Pro Max. According to analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, Apples top-end iPhone is getting a boost in battery life but not by making the battery biggeritll stay the same size as the 15 Pro Max. Kuo reports that Apple has increased the energy densityessentially, how much charge it can ho

Macworld The Apple AirPods Max are back on sale, marking only the third time this year that theyve been available at such a steep discount. This limited-time offer allows you to save $100, bringing the price down to $450 from the original $549. Dont miss out on this rare opportunity to own these high-quality audio products at a significantly reduced price. While not the lowest historical price, which was $429 way back in 2021, its the bestyoureyoull get for now. The best chance you have to save

Macworld Weve rounded up the best MagSafe, Qi2 and MagSafe-compatible magnetic chargers, from the plain pad to multi-functional stands (up to six devices charged), and even the most colorfulfrom snap-on chargers and modular stands to foldable power banks and full desk mats. Apples MagSafe technology, supported by all models of iPhone 12/13/14/15, presents a more efficient way of wirelessly charging compatible iPhones. MagSafe is the ring of magnets around the iPhone 12, 13, 14 and 15s internal c

Macworld Large over-ear headphones have taken a bit of a backseat in recent years, overshadowed by the success of Apples AirPods and other pocket-size earbuds (sometimes referred to as true wireless stereo headphones, or TWS). Larger over-ear headphones do still have some important advantages, though, and theyre starting to make a bit of a comeback. There are a lot of low-cost over-ear headphones that only use Bluetooth to provide wireless audio, but the best over-ear models also tend to provide

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Great design and style Top-notch quality Quick and easy access to whats inside Customizable Cons Single strap carrying may not be comfortable Large size doesnt hold a 16-inch laptop snugly Our Verdict The Classic Messenger Bag is a top-quality, stylish bag, designed with plenty of pockets and compartments for different types of stuff. While the bag is a great general carry-all, its ideal for someone who needs quick access to whats inside. Price When Revi

Macworld The new 11- and 13-inch iPad Pros are among Apples thinnest products ever. Which, of course, means that everyones wondering if theyre fragile. Fortunately, there are plenty of YouTubers around who are more than happy to put the new 13-inch iPad Pro (at 5.1mm thick) to the bend test. Lets start with Zack Nelson at JerryRigEverything , who got a lot of attention when he did a bend test of the 2018 iPad Pro . Nelson spends most of the video performing other durability tests, including hold

Macworld If you want a new iPad Air at a discounted sale price, youve come to the right place. Were looking at all the best deals and prices for the iPad Air right nowincluding contract plans. The Air remains incredibly popular and is an excellent halfway house between the entry-level iPad and high-end iPad Proideal for those who need some extra power but dont want to spend hundreds of pounds on a device that may not replace their laptop. Apple introduced a new iPad Air with M2 in May 2024 in tw

Macworld Heres a fun thought experiment: what would Apples tablet range look like if you removed the iPad Air? Just the basic iPad at one end (accompanied by the outdated and unappealing iPad mini, which well largely ignore for now) and the iPad Pro at the other. How would you approach that as a retail offering, and how would it affect your buying decision? The answer, for me at least, is that it wouldnt be a range at all. It would just be two separate and isolated products with little to connec

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Macworld Its happened to you, probably many times over the years: youre using Safari, and it starts to feel like molasses. Youre working among several apps, and you start to have to wait for seconds or longer as you switch between them, adding frustration. Or you touch your laptop, and say, Yowch!its much hotter than expected. Whats going on? The complex interplay of Mac hardware, macOS software, third-party background utilities and add-ons, and foreground apps can result in unexpected outcomes,

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Macworld For those of us who are always on the go andalwayson our phones, having a portable power bank is essential. The Anker Magnetic Power Bank is not only a fantastic solution, but its also on sale for its best price yet,down to$31.49 from its MSRP of $40. Picture thisyoureout and about, youve been scrolling through social media all day, taking calls, playing some games, and your battery is already low enough that you know it wont last those few hours until you reach home. Plugging in your p

Macworld If youve ordered a new iPhone recently, youll notice that the box is a whole lot slimmer than in previous years. Thats because the bulkiest accessory is gone: the power adapter. Apple has removed the charger from all iPhones it sells, so whether youre spending $429/429 on an iPhone SE or $1,599/1,599 on a maxed-out iPhone 15 Pro Max , you need to bring your own charger. Any old charger you have lying around will work, of course. But if youve been using Apples feeble old 5W adapter, its

Macworld Now that the iPhone 15 lineup is on shelves, and now we can officially start thinking about the iPhone 16. Naturally, any rumors or leaks you see this early are going to be fluid at besteven if they are accurate now, plans can and do change and theres still plenty of time to do so before the iPhone 16 enters production. With all that said, heres what the most prolific leakers and tipsters say we can expect about the iPhones coming in the fall of 2024. Update May 16: A mock-up of the iPh

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Excellent cleaning tools Large toolset Easy to use Cons Updater feature still missed some app updates Malware Removal still produces mixed results Our Verdict CleanMyMac X performs most of its functions admirably and provides an excellent means of clearing gigabytes of unused system detritus/gunk off your Mac. Unfortunately, the antivirus elements still arent up to scratch. Price When Reviewed $89.95 for 1 Mac (one time purchase); or from $34.95/a year 1

Macworld After installing the iOS 17.5 or iPadOS 17.5 update , you may find a surprise or two (or three or four) in your Photos. According to several user reports online, the 17.5 update may restore photos that you have deleted long after the 30-day restore period has expired. Which could make for an embarrassing situation. A post on Reddit said that some of the resurrected photos had nsfw material, and another post said, my photos appeared on my OLD iPad I gave to a friend. One user in the Redd

Macworld Some research says that a cluttered desk can be bad for your productivity, so were here to help by eliminating most of those cables strewn over your desk and replacing them with a simple, elegant solution. The 3-in-1 MagSafe Belkin wireless charger stand is available for $110 at Amazon , down from its usual $150 MSRP. With the Belkin MagSafe 3-in-1 Wireless Charger Stand, you can bid farewell to the tangle of charging cables on your desk. This single device effortlessly charges your pho

Macworld Intel on Wednesday announced a new Thunderbolt feature called Thunderbolt Share , which allows users to connect one PC directly to another to share files or to do screen sharing to control one computer from another. Intel says the new tech is an example of how it lead(s) the industry in connectivity solutions with Thunderbolt technology.But Mac users might be have something to say about that. Thunderbolt Share is designed to work with Thunderbolt 4 or 5 connections, and users can connec

Macworld Apples Let Loose event primarily focused on the iPad Air and iPad Pro . While we cant ignore the significant upgrades these two tablets pack, it was a different iPad announcement that will likely prove to be the more significant one. Towards the events end, Apple announced that it was cutting the price of the 10th-gen iPad by $100. Now, with a base price of just $349, the 10th-gen iPad has arguably become the best budget-friendly Apple productand should be the model for the next iPhone

Macworld Apple had its exciting Let Loose event a few days ago, revealing a new line of iPads. Unfortunately, the latest iPad innovations are costly. If you dont need all the newest features, you may be better off shopping refurbished. In the refurbished market, youll find incredible value on pre-loved Apple gear, like this nearly new iPad 6th Gen , now$154.97(reg. $249). It even comes with accessories like a case and screen protector. While this iPad is refurbished, it has aGrade A refurbished,

Macworld Students, teachers, and those who work for an educational institution can save money on a new Mac, MacBook, or iPad by shopping at the Apple Education Store, which offers discounts all year round. In this article, we will explain how much the Apple education discount is and who qualifies for an Apple student discount, before explaining how to get an Apple student discount at the Apple Education Store. Click the link below to go to Apples education storefront in your country: Apples U.S.

Macworld If youre an older user looking to pick up an iPad or someone wanting to gift an Apple tablet to Grandad or Grandma, which is the best iPad to choose? Theres a fair selection in the current Apple catalog , from the diminutive iPad mini all the way up to the incredibly powerful (not to mention very expensive) iPad Pro. It can be intimidating, especially as different users have different needs. To help you make sense of it all, heres our guide to finding the best iPad for seniors. What mak

Macworld While tablets are incredibly useful for bringing entertainment and work on the go, theyre not very functional due to their lack of connectivity options. Fortunately, its easy to enhance your tablet experience with this docking stand , which holds your tablet at the ideal viewing angle and offers up to eight connectivity options.Now,this versatile tablet docking stand is only $54.99 (reg. $69), which beats Amazons pricing. The first part of this tablet accessory is its 180 tablet holder.

Macworld Much like Apple Watches, extra Apple Watch bands can be rather pricey, so whenever one snaps, replacing it can burn your pocket for $50. Thankfully, we found a fantastic model on clearance at Walmart thats just $14 , good for $35 off the original MSRP and a great chance to grab an official Apple Watch for less than some third-party options. The discounted model is the40mm/44mm Black Unity Sports Band. This special edition watch band was created to celebrate Black history and culture and

Macworld Apple has finally updated its higher-end iPad lineup, with new Air and Pro models. The upgrades include new processors, display sizes, and colors, as well as an ultra-thin chassis design for the premium models. But which one should you choose to get the best value for money? Heres our comparison guide to the iPad Air (M2) and iPad Pro (M4) models that launched in 2024. Design & build quality Apple iPad Air 11-inch (M2, 2024) Price When Reviewed: $599 (128GB, Wi-Fi only) Best Prices Toda

Macworld Apple on Wednesday announced several new accessibility features that are coming to the iPhone and iPad. The company said the features are coming later this year, which likely indicates that they are part of iOS 18 and iPadOS 18, which are expected to be previewed at the Apple Worldwide Developers Conference keynote on June 10. Each year, we break new ground when it comes to accessibility, said Sarah Herrlinger, Apples senior director of Global Accessibility Policy and Initiatives, in a

Macworld Preparing for student life can be exciting and stressful. To make things easier, its good to know that youve got the right tech to help you write your essays, take notes in lessons, and kick back with Netflix and games when the work is done. The iPad has evolved in recent years to something that can now act as a laptop replacement for many students, with accessories like the Magic Keyboard and Apple Pencil making it one of the most versatile devices you can buy. Choosing the best iPad c

Macworld The new M2 iPad Air has just hit shelves this week, but direct from the desk of Captain Obvious comes a new report about the next model. Brace yourself, because the next iPad Air, which will likely arrive at some point in 2025, will reportedly have an M3 processor. The shocking report, posted on X by a private account with aproven track record of sharing accurate information about Apples plans, according to Macrumors , didnt offer any other details about the update, but we hear itll als

Macworld Apples pencils are undeniably excellent,buttheycome with a hefty price tag.Ifyoure someone whooften misplaces theirstylus orsimplycant justify spending over $79 on a tablet pen, the Jamjake stylus is a wallet-friendly alternative currently priced at just $20 on Amazon, a 33 percent discount from its regular price and its a steal for those looking to save. Lets start with thebasics. The Jamjake stylus is designed to work seamlessly with a wide range of iPad models. Whether you own aniPad

Macworld Back in the days when Macs had hard drives we all had tons of space on our Macs, but the SSDs that feature in our Macs now are more limited in capacity, and high-res video, photos, music and other essential files take up more storage than ever. Running out of space can really hamper your computing: if you want your Mac to run quickly you need to make sure youve got something like 10 percent of your storage free at all times otherwise your Mac can really slow down (read: How to speed up

Macworld With sales of the new M4 iPad Pro beginning this week, accompanied by the first wave of reviews , Apple faces a badly timed bombshell: a screen glitch has been spotted. The Apple-focused news site iMore made the discovery while testing the 13-inch model, and reported it on Monday. Its a niche issue that some users may not ever notice, but with the OLED screen central to marketing efforts for a device that starts at $1,299/1,299, any blemish in the beauty, as iMore puts it, is troubling.

Macworld Apple last updated the Mac Pro in 2023 when it was the last Mac to be outfitted with an M-series chipthree years after Apple started to use its own silicon in Macs. The Mac Pro may be on a longer update cycle than the other Macs because its an expensive machine with features that address the needs of a niche audience. But if youre part of that audience, youll want to know when the next model will arrive, so well be tracking the news and rumors about the Mac Pro. This article includes in

Macworld The consensus about the new iPad Pro is in: the hardware is more powerful and impressive than ever, but its still largely hampered by software that just hasnt managed to keep up. Such has been the story of the iPad Pro almost since its inception almost nine years ago, and despite moves that would seem to augur good things for the platformlike forking iPadOS off from iOSApple hasnt exactly done a bang-up job of assuaging users about its commitment to making the tablet a full-fledged citi

Macworld Whether youre a student, professional, orjust acasual user, youve likely heard of Microsoft Office. Why? Because its the worlds leading productivity suite. Ifyoure lookingto invest in lifelong tools orwant toupdate an older device, this deal for Microsoft Office 2019 may interest you.Through May 22, lifetime subscriptions for Mac and Windows are less than $25. Although you wont be getting the latest version of Microsoft Office, the 2019 edition may be sufficient for your needs, especial

Macworld With Macworlds Mac 911 column, we take your questions and do our best to help. We love being the place you come to in order to find answers to nagging problems. The Mac 911 name predates iOS, iPadOS, and iCloud, but were happy to answer questions about all those topics as well as macOS and any Apple hardware, software, or service. Ask Mac 911 Were always looking for new problems to solve! If you have a problem with your Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, or any other Apple device, let us k

Macworld Apple Music is Apples music streaming service that offers access to more than 100 million tracks and 30,000 playlists curated by experts. You can use it on Apple products as well as PCs, Android, Sonos, Amazon Alexa , PlayStation and other devices. There are various subscription tiers, including a cheaper price for students. Apple Music Student : $5.99/5.99 a month Apple Music Individual : $10.99/10.99 a month (was $9.99/9.99 until October 2022) Apple Music Family : $16.99/16.99 a month

Macworld If youre tired of hearing your kids ask, Are we there yet? during road trips orsimplywant to outfit your car with streaming abilities, this wireless adapter opens a world of entertainment. Now only $99.99 (reg. $149), this plug-and-play and iOS and Android-compatible adapter allows your passengers to watch content froman array ofpopular social media and streaming apps. This nifty device is like having a Roku player in your car , and itscompatible with over 800 car modelsgoingback to 201

Macworld One of our favorite new features of the iPhone 15 is the ability to limit charging to just 80 percent. For years now, some Apple products have had an optimized battery charging feature that takes into account your typical daily charging and usage routine and will only charge your iPhone or Mac up to 80% when it has determined youre unlikely to need more. But the iPhone 15 and 15 Pro introduce a third option: force charging to stop at 80 percent . Its a great option for those concerned a

Macworld The iPad Pro starts shipping to the public on Wednesday. If youre looking to buy one, youll need to figure out a few things. Such as the size you want, how much storage you need, which chip you need, and whether should you get the glossy standard glass, or pay the extra $100 for the matte Nano-texture glass . If you cant decide, Apple has an incentive for you to go with the Nano-texture glass: it comes with a polishing cloth, as discovered by @NikiasMolina . The new iPad Pro comes with

Macworld Whether you have just switched from a PC to a Mac and have discovered that the and @ keys arent where you were expecting, or you are having to type some unusual characters or accents on your Mac keyboard , we are here to help. The location of the special characters may depend on where you are based in the world: keyboard layout differs by country, with certain characters getting more prominence on the keyboards of the people who use them more. Youll find QWERTY keyboards for English sp

Macworld At a glance Expert's Rating Pros Charges iPhone, AirPods, Watch 15W Qi2 (MagSafe) for iPhone Fast charge Apple Watch Adjustable iPhone pad Our Verdict Decluttering your desk or nightstand of multiple cables and wall chargers, the Anker MagGo Wireless Charging Station (3-in-1 Pad) can wirelessly fast-charge an iPhone at 15W and Apple Watch at 5W, as well as power up compatible AirPods as quickly as possible without sticking in a cable. Price When Reviewed $99.99 Best Prices Today: Anker

Macworld Just a week after Apples Let Loose event, the first reviews of Apples new flagship tablets have arrived. And as with all iPad Pros that came before, two things are true: The hardware is incredible, but the software is lacking. Design Writing at The Verge , David Pierce calls the M4 iPad Pro a genuine achievement in tablet design in the very first sentence. He remarks how the device feels like a piece of glass in your hand and its so thin that the USB-C plug I use to charge the 13-inch P

Macworld Apples iPads now all use the universal USB-C connector port rather than Apples old Lightning connector. The M1/M2/M4 iPad Pro models use the even more capable but identical-looking (and compatible to USB-C) Thunderbolt connection (USB4). What many people dont realise is that the USB-C port is good for more than charging or plugging in wired earbuds . Apples tablets can also be used with other peripherals that transform it into an even more versatile computer. As such, iPad owners have a

Macworld After unveiling the new iPad Air and iPad Pro lines, cutting the 9th-gen iPad , and dropping the price of the 10th-gen iPad, inquiring minds want to know when Apple is going to give the iPad mini its overdue refresh. Unfortunately, it might be a while. According to Mark Bloombergs latest Power On newsletter, the iPad mini wont be updated until the end of this year at the earliest. The iPad mini has had something of a sporadic update schedule since its 2012 debut. After an annual update

Macworld When did being able to read the room become a lost art? The arc of backlash to Apples Crush ad was wild to observe. The Macalopes first reaction to it was thinking it missed the mark as a metaphor. Destroying the creative arts to make an iPad was not the right way to get across the creative things you can do with an iPad, and many other, better metaphors could have been used. But he certainly didnt think itd be met with the staunch opposition it has, an opposition that ultimately led to

Macworld Weather is no joke, and its one of manyimportantthings you need to considerprior totraveling, whether thatslocally or beyond.If youre concerned about potential summer heatwaves, severe storms, and more, invest in Weather Hi-Def Radar. This platform offers accurate real-time and future forecasts , as well asdetailed imagery for clouds, wind speeds, snowfall, etc.Now, lifetime access to this app is only$39.99 (reg. $149). Offering a simple and intuitive interface, users will geteasy-to-re

Macworld Apple launched new iPhones in 2023, but there was also an iPhone update available for all iPhones from the iPhone XR up: iOS 17. The iOS 17 software update was made available to hundreds of millions of iPhones on Monday, September 18, 2023. New features in iOS 17 include contact posters, NameDrop, StandBy, Live Voicemail, FaceTime video voicemail, a whole new Siri voice recognition model, huge improvements to autocorrect and dictation, and a lot more. Its almost like getting a new iPhon

Macworld Learning to code isnt easy, but fortunately, there are learning solutions catered to beginners, as well asprograms designed to enhance your coding workflow. If youre looking fora beginner-friendly, educational coding course , look no further than the Learn to Code Bundle. Its on sale for only$55.97 and comes withMicrosoftVisual Studio Professional 2022, software designed to enhance your programming workflow. With the Learn to CodeBundle, youll begin by studying Python 3 programming. Jos